1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 18 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 90 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2003 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Zagato | M3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 63 L |
