1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 77 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Zagato | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 78 L |