1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1974 Tatra T603
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 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Tatra T603 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 329 more horse power than 1974 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Tatra T603. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1974 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Tatra |
Model | V8 Zagato | T603 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |