1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada 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 362 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 285 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Zagato | Granada |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |