1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 9 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | Testarossa | 117 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3310 mm |
