1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 705 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Centura |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
