1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1994 Chrysler Viper

To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 6 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 1994 Chrysler Viper
Make Aston Martin Chrysler
Model V8 Zagato Viper
Year Released 1988 1994
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 7986 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 432 HP 389 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5150 RPM
Torque 534 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2450 mm


 

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