1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato

To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 290 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Aston Martin DB5 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
Make Aston Martin Aston Martin
Model DB5 V8 Zagato
Year Released 1964 1988
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 5340 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 314 HP 432 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 534 Nm
Torque RPM 3850 RPM 5100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 113 L


 

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