1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 61 L |
