1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 194 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 271 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
