1972 ZIL 117 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 39 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 28 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
1972 ZIL 117 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | ZIL | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 117 | CLC |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6959 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |