1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 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 241 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento 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. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Aston Martin | Kia |
Model | V8 Zagato | Sorento |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |