1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 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) has 277 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 800 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911. 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) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (191 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Zagato | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 156 HP |
Torque | 534 Nm | 191 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |