1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Pontiac |
| Model | V8 Zagato | GTO |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 67 L |
