1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 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 172 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Quest. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 212 kg more than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Quest |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 76 L |
