1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 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 349 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 750 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 929 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 55 L |
