1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 15 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 257 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 15 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2006 BMW 523 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | 523 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |