1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 16 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 332 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Caterham |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Beaulieu |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 36 L |
