1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 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 381 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 360 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | V8 Zagato | M-20 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |