1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 21 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 104 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 545 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 70 L |
