2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | V8 Vantage | Z9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3060 mm |