1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 271 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 355 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 Zagato | ML |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 83 L |
