1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1989 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1989 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1989 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 2 kg more than 1989 Lexus LS. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lexus LS. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | V8 Zagato | LS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |
