1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1998 BMW 845
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 845.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1998 BMW 845 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 845 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |