1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 131 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 135 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 53 L |