1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1973 ZIL 117 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 812 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 ZIL 117. (570 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
| Model | 62 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3310 mm |
