1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 77 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 277 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 110 L |
