1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 15 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 77 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Zagato | X5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 93 L |
