1972 ZIL 117 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 40 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1381 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 1972 ZIL 117 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | ZIL | Nissan |
| Model | 117 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
