2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
Model | DB7 | V8 Zagato |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 534 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 113 L |