2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 20 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), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (317 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 179 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB9 | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 113 L |