1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1964 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 5000 GT 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 97 more horse power than 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Maserati 5000 GT. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1964 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
