1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
| Model | SL | 114 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3770 mm |
