1995 Acura NSX vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1678 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Acura | ZIL |
| Model | NSX | 114 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3770 mm |
