1969 AMC AMX vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1971 ZIL 117 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 117. (297 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1548 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | AMC | ZIL |
| Model | AMX | 117 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
