1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird 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 338 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 690 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. 1982 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Zagato | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |