1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1991 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, 1971 ZIL 114 (581 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1971 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 114 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| 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 | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3770 mm |
