1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 21 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Zagato | CLS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
