1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 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 230 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
