1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 11 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 292 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 880 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Zagato | MR2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 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 | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 48 L |