1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 655 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Zagato | Silverado |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |