2000 Acura NSX vs. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (433 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Acura | Aston Martin |
Model | NSX | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 534 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |