1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 117 (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Porsche | ZIL |
| Model | 911 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3310 mm |
