2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (432 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | Alpina | Aston Martin |
| Model | B7 | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 104 L |
