1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,425 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler 300. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler 300. 1955 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1955 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Zagato | 300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 477 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |