1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 20 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 421 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 (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer. 2008 Ford Explorer 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. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |
