1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six 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 335 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | Aston Martin | Riley |
Model | V8 Zagato | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |