1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2008 BMW Z4

To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 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 94 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 2008 BMW Z4
Make Aston Martin BMW
Model V8 Zagato Z4
Year Released 1990 2008
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 3248 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 432 HP 338 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7900 RPM
Torque 534 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 55 L


 

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