1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 22 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 136 more horse power than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 has automatic transmission and 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Zagato | ActiveHybrid 3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 57 L |