1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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 192 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 224 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Zagato | G |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
