1974 ZIL 117 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1974 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1362 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
1974 ZIL 117 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | ZIL | Porsche |
Model | 117 | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6957 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |