1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 1971 ZIL 114 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1971 ZIL 114 (581 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
| Model | DB4 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3770 mm |
