1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 61 L |
