1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1984 Audi 90
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 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 178 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 396 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1984 Audi 90 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 90 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
