1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. Both 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato and 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda are equipped with a 5,340 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 444 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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, 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1982 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | V8 Zagato | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
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 | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 97 L |