1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley 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) has 379 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 470 kg more than 1958 Morris Cowley. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | V8 Zagato | Cowley |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 536 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 52 L |