1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 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 209 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 208 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | V8 Zagato | P4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 52 L |
