1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA 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 361 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 690 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Zagato | MGA |
Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
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 | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |