1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
