1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1969 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1969 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1969 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1969 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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1969 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Aston Martin | ZAZ |
Model | V8 Volante | 966 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 54.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |