1993 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1976 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | 512 TR | 117 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 6959 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1570 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3310 mm |
