1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2007 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 16 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 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2007 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3701 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 83 L |
