1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 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 257 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
