1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 704 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Zagato | Imperial |
Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3800 mm |