1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 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 5,340 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 236 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 520 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Zagato | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
