1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | Virage | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 113 L |