1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1975 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
Model | V8 Zagato | 117 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |