1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 446 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
