1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 111 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | V8 Zagato | 911 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |