1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 20 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 848 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Zagato | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |