1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2004 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 13 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 104 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | V8 Zagato | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 85 L |
