1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 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 194 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 252 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 244 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
