2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 ZIL 117. (570 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | 550 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3310 mm |
