1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 974 kg more than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 40 L |
