1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1985 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1805 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
Model | DB5 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 7691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |