1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 357 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Aston Martin Mazda
Model V8 Zagato Familia
Year Released 1985 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5339 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 432 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 536 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 8.8:1
Top Speed 300 km/hour 145 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 104 L 58 L


 

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