1972 AMC Matador vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 106 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Matador | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 104 L |
