1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 17 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 229 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
