1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Zagato | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |
