1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 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 120 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (312 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 125 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| 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 | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 72 L |
