1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 23 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 222 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5. 2012 Audi A5 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. 2012 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Zagato | A5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 67 L |