2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1982 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1982 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1553 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (556 Nm). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 1982 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2000 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
| Model | DB7 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
