2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 27 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 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Bristol | ZIL |
| Model | Fighter | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 6958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
