1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 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 245 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morgan |
Model | V8 Zagato | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |