1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (263 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Zagato | C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 66 L |
