1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 16 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 255 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 473 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | V8 Zagato | Solstice |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2399 cc |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 49 L |