1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 20 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 206 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Zagato | E-250 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 132 L |