1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 258 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 631 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Record |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
