2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 2 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | Vanquish | Z9 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |