1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 3 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 5,340 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 317 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 626 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
