1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 18 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 18 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3.
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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | M3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |