1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 1974 ZIL 117 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1974 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
Model | Eldorado | 117 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 6957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |