1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 121 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Zagato | X3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 67 L |
