1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 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 398 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 834 kg more than 1972 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 44 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
