1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 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 376 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volvo |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 66 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
