2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 18 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | V12 | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 113 L |
