1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1973 Volvo 145
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 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 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 330 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Volvo 145. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
Model | V8 Zagato | 145 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |