1978 ZIL 117 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2012 Lexus LS.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 117 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | ZIL | Lexus |
| Model | 117 | LS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6958 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3091 mm |
