1991 Acura NSX vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1991 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 286 kg more than 1991 Acura NSX. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Acura NSX | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | NSX | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |