2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1976 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1976 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | 612 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
