1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1974 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
Model | F355 | 117 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 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 | 1350 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3310 mm |