1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1988 BMW 524
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1988 BMW 524 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 524 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |