1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 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 407 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | V8 Zagato | P 601 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 24 L |