1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 1990 Bentley Turbo is newer by 12 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Bentley Turbo.
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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Bentley Turbo | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Bentley | ZIL |
Model | Turbo | 117 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3310 mm |