1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1995 Audi S6
To start off, 1995 Audi S6 is newer by 7 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 204 more horse power than 1995 Audi S6. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi S6 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, 1995 Audi S6 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi S6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1995 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Zagato | S6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
