1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina 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 349 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 895 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Marina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 52 L |
