1969 AMC AMX vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 AMC AMX. (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC AMX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 418 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX. 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | AMX | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |