1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 16 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 203 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 372 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
