1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 358 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | V8 Zagato | Corvette |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |