1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1988 Dodge Colt
To start off, both 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato and 1988 Dodge Colt were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 184 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 526 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt. 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, 1988 Dodge Colt, 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1988 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | V8 Zagato | Colt |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |