1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 21 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 217 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300. 2009 Chrysler 300 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. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Zagato | 300 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |