1959 Ford 17M vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 1973 ZIL 114 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2065 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
Make | Ford | ZIL |
Model | 17M | 114 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 3180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3770 mm |