1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 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 37 more horse power than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 342 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Zagato | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 90 L |