1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1966 Ginetta G12
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ginetta G12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ginetta G12 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 275 more horse power than 1966 Ginetta G12. (158 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1966 Ginetta G12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1966 Ginetta G12. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ginetta G12. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ginetta G12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1966 Ginetta G12 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ginetta |
| Model | V8 Zagato | G12 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 54 L |
