1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 9 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Continental. (380 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 600 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | V8 Zagato | Continental |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 717 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |