1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 52 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (380 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 504 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 51 L |
