1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 17 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (330 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1975 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 964 kg more than 1992 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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
Model | Virage | 117 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |