1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 88 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2000 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Porsche | ZIL |
| Model | 911 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3310 mm |
