1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger 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 294 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 460 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Zagato | Charger |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |