1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 7 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 294 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (153 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
Model | V8 Zagato | C21 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |