1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto 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 303 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 730 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Zagato | Concerto |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |