1977 ZIL 117 vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 ZIL 117 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird 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 188 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1977 ZIL 117 | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | ZIL | Pontiac |
Model | 117 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6959 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |