1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3. 2001 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 51 L |
