1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 233 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 382 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1991 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Nova |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
