1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1975 ZIL 117 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2060 kg more than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 ZIL 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Innocenti | ZIL |
| Model | IM 3 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3310 mm |
