2003 Porsche 996 vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Porsche | ZIL |
| Model | 996 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3310 mm |
