1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 349 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Super 7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 36 L |
