2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 117. (297 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS.
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 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
| Model | STS | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
