1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic 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 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 756 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
