1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1997 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 11 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (335 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. 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) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. (488 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | V8 Zagato | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
