1984 ZIL 4104 vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1984 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1984 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide.
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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide.
Compare all specifications:
1984 ZIL 4104 | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
Make | ZIL | Aston Martin |
Model | 4104 | Rapide |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7695 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2990 mm |