1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1993 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 150 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Dodge Stealth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Stealth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1993 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
