1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (317 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB7 | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 113 L |