2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1967 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 830 kg more than 1967 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 ZAZ 966 | |
Make | Aston Martin | ZAZ |
Model | V8 Vantage | 966 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 886 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |