1963 AC Cobra vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1971 ZIL 117 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 117 (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1900 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. 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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
Make | AC | ZIL |
Model | Cobra | 117 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3310 mm |