1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 24 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 290 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 75 L |
