1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo 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) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 224 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Tata |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
