2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (184 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 343 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | Z3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |