1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 13 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 205 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2003 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Zagato | X5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 93 L |
