1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 20 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 946 kg more than 1995 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
| Model | Virage | 117 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 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 | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
