1972 ZIL 117 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 1972 ZIL 117 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 ZIL 117 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 ZIL 117 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | ZIL | Porsche |
| Model | 117 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2918 mm |
