1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 117.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
| Model | E | 117 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
