1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 284 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
