1977 ZIL 117 vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (333 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1977 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis. (394 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 ZIL 117 | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | ZIL | Hyundai |
| Model | 117 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2936 mm |
