1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin 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 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 240 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Pinin. (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Pinin.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Zagato | Pinin |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 459 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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |