1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1979 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1679 kg more than 1988 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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 1979 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3340 mm |
