1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 1974 ZIL 117 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1974 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
Model | 500 Superfast | 117 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 6957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 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 | 1540 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |