1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 17 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Holden Caprice. (362 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 71 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice. 2005 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 362 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3009 mm |
