1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 12 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 272 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1320 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 7 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 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 | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
