1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2003 Holden Zafira. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira, 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Zafira |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |