1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1987 Audi 200
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 705 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1987 Audi 200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 200 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
