1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 Honda Pilot

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 299 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.

Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot. 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 2009 Honda Pilot
Make Aston Martin Honda
Model V8 Zagato Pilot
Year Released 1988 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 317 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 79 L