1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 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 353 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 740 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 Zagato | 411 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |