1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1991 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, both 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato and 1991 Chrysler New Yorker were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 298 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1991 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Zagato | New Yorker |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |