1978 ZIL 117 vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 922 kg more than 2012 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 ZIL 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 117 | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | ZIL | Ford |
| Model | 117 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6958 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2995 mm |
