1993 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1532 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1973 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Pantera | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
Make | De Tomaso | ZIL |
Model | Pantera | 117 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2952 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3310 mm |