1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC 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 284 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGC.
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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1967 MG MGC | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Zagato | MGC |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 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 Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |