1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 330 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 93 L |