1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2002 BMW 330
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 14 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 (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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 V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2002 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 330 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |