1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 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 115 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 338 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |
