1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 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 302 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 585 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
Model | V8 Zagato | 505 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |