1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
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 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird 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) has 373 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
