1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 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 272 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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 (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 280 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 82 L |
