1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1966 Datsun 1000
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 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 371 more horse power than 1966 Datsun 1000. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1966 Datsun 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 965 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000. 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1966 Datsun 1000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Datsun |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
