1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 790 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1973 BMW Touring | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | Touring |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |