1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1972 Ford Torino
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 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino 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 337 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 247 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Torino |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 76 L |
