1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1983 BMW M6
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 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 150 more horse power than 1983 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 BMW M6. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1983 BMW M6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | M6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |