1975 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1978 ZIL 117 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | 512 BB | 117 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6958 cc |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |
