1971 Monteverdi Sierra vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1975 ZIL 117 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra 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 136 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. 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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Monteverdi Sierra | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Monteverdi | ZIL |
Model | Sierra | 117 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |