1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2000 BMW 328
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 9 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 231 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (201 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2000 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 328 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
