1971 ZIL 117 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 117. (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 117.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-250. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
1971 ZIL 117 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | ZIL | Ford |
Model | 117 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6959 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3967 mm |