2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9.
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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | Z9 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2601 mm |