1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
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 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
Model | Virage | 117 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 1920 kg | 2952 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |