1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | 400 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3770 mm |
