1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 566 kg more than 1968 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Zagato | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 40 L |