1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 (432 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (380 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 187 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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 (534 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (434 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Zagato | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 380 HP |
Torque | 534 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |