2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 BMW Z8. (400 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW Z8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2003 BMW Z8. 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW Z8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V12 | Z8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.7 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 | 1878 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |