1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1993 BMW 840
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1993 BMW 840 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 840 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |