1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1998 BMW 740
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 146 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1998 BMW 740 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 740 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1968 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 95 L |