1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 881 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Lagonda | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
