2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1976 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1976 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
| Model | DB9 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
