2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1762 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 114 (581 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
| Model | Corvette | 114 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3770 mm |
