1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Zagato | Publica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |