1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2002 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 17 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (536 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | V8 Zagato | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 89 L |
