1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 360.
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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 360 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3586 cc |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 95 L |
