2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1987 BMW Z1
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1987 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW Z1.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1987 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
