1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2007 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 MG ZT-T. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT-T weights approximately 1 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG ZT-T. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG ZT-T.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2007 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Aston Martin | MG |
Model | V8 Volante | ZT-T |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 65 L |