1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 26 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 127 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Ford Mustang. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Zagato | Mustang |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 61 L |