1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 21 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 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 875 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 2007 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. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | V8 Zagato | Azure |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6761 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 452 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3250 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 | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 96 L |