1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1995 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 10 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 155 more horse power than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. (277 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Venturi Atlantique. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Aston Martin | Venturi |
Model | V8 Zagato | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |