1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1964 MG MGC
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGC 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 283 more horse power than 1964 MG MGC. (149 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1964 MG MGC.
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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1964 MG MGC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | V8 Zagato | MGC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
