1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 710 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | V8 Zagato | Corona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |