1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S 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 276 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V8 Zagato | S |
Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2744 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |