1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP) has 372 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | V8 Zagato | A 60 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 34 L |
