1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
