1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 1972 ZIL 117 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1954 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1954 Cadillac 62. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
| Model | 62 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3310 mm |
