1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1946 Daimler DE 27
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 27. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 27 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 27. (110 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 27. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 27 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1988 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.
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1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1946 Daimler DE 27 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Daimler |
Model | V8 Zagato | DE 27 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3520 mm |