1956 Chrysler C vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1973 ZIL 117 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
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 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Chrysler | ZIL |
| Model | C | 117 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3310 mm |
