1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1987 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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | Testarossa | 114 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3770 mm |
