1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | M3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |