1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego 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) has 229 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 142 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Montego |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 72 L |
