1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 1977 ZIL 117 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
Model | 220 | 117 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |