1977 ZIL 117 vs. 1974 MG MGB
To start off, 1977 ZIL 117 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG MGB would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1974 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1950 kg more than 1974 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 ZIL 117 | 1974 MG MGB | |
| Make | ZIL | MG |
| Model | 117 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2320 mm |
