1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1975 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1975 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10.
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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Alpina | ZIL |
Model | B 10 | 117 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4618 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |