1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 25 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 385 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.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 2011 Alpina B7 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. 2011 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Alpina |
| Model | V8 Zagato | B7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 82 L |
