1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 93 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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 | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
