2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2001 BMW Z9
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z9. (286 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9. 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. (577 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. 2001 BMW Z9 has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW Z9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2001 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | Vanquish | Z9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
