2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 825 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z3 | 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | Z3 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |