1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 15 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 385 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 800 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life 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, 2000 Honda Life 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2000 Honda Life | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Life |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
