1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 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 324 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 570 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | V8 Zagato | 90 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 49 L |