1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2003 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 14 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 157 more horse power than 2003 Lincoln LS. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2003 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Lincoln LS. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS. 2003 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2003 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lincoln |
| Model | V8 Zagato | LS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
