1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Ford | ZIL |
Model | Thunderbird | 117 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |