1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 200 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Zagato | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
