1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Zagato | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 120 L |