1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Zagato Raptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Zagato Raptor would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Zagato Raptor. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Zagato Raptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Zagato Raptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Zagato Raptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Zagato Raptor. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Zagato Raptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zagato |
| Model | Vantage | Raptor |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
