1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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 177 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 466 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 51 L |
