1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 26 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 250 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 120 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 51 L |