2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZIL |
| Model | Vanquish | 114 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3770 mm |
