1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 1973 ZIL 114 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2160 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | ZIL |
| Model | GT | 114 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3770 mm |
