1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1962 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 477 kg more than 1962 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1962 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 45 L |
