1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1983 Opel Senator
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 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator 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 347 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Senator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
