1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1992 Renault Alpine is newer by 7 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 181 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 80 L |
