1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 15 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300. 2004 Chrysler 300 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. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 71 L |
