1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator 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 317 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 485 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Zagato | Senator |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |