1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 665 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. 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.
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1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1954 Ferrari 375 America | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Zagato | 375 America |
Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 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 | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 140 L |