1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 222 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |
