1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 13 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, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 281 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | M |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 51 L |