1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1985 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Monza 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 318 more horse power than 1985 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 494 kg more than 1985 Opel Monza. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1985 Opel Monza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
Model | V8 Zagato | Monza |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |