1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria 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 343 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
