1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero 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 289 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 570 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. 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) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
Model | V8 Zagato | Fiero |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 220 Nm |
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 Weight | 1820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |