1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 5 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 193 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 420 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Zagato | 968 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 74 L |