1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone 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 238 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 716 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
