1972 ZIL 117 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 ZIL 117 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | ZIL | Volkswagen |
| Model | 117 | CC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
