1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro 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 322 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 363 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
