1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2000 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 14 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) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (481 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. 2000 Chevrolet SSR 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. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2000 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Zagato | SSR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
