1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato and 1988 Opel Corsa 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 (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 970 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Corsa, 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 (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 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 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Zagato | Corsa |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |