1972 AC 428 vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1972 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 222 kg more than 1972 AC 428. 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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | 428 | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
