2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 117. (297 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Bristol Blenheim.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Bristol | ZIL |
Model | Blenheim | 117 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |