1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Zagato | A5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 67 L |
