1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart 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 208 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 301 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Dart |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
