1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 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 (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 144 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano 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, 2003 Nissan Murano 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 (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Murano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 82 L |
