1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1991 Ford Escort

To start off, both 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato and 1991 Ford Escort 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 345 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 725 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. 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 Ford Escort, 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 1991 Ford Escort
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model V8 Zagato Escort
Year Released 1991 1991
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 1858 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 432 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 534 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2510 mm


 

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