1999 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 795 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1990 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Cobra | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 113 L |