1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 18 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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, 2006 Audi S4, 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 (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Zagato | S4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |
