1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 19 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 298 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2009 BMW 118 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 118 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 53 L |