1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 19 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 18 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
Model | V8 Zagato | R8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |