2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 32 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1485 kg more than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac GTO | 1971 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Pontiac | ZIL |
| Model | GTO | 114 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3770 mm |
