1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1970 ZAZ 966 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 ZAZ 966. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Aston Martin | ZAZ |
Model | DB4 | 966 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |