1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2008 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2008 TVR Cerbera 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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (355 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 556 kg more than 2008 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2008 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2008 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Zagato | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 65 L |