1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 291 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Zagato | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |
