2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2002 BMW Z4
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2002 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
