1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2004 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2004 Bentley Azure is newer by 18 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Azure. (402 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Azure weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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, 2004 Bentley Azure (751 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 2004 Bentley Azure 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. 2004 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2004 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | V8 Zagato | Azure |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 751 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |