2005 Porsche 996 vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1765 kg more than 2005 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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Porsche | ZIL |
| Model | 996 | 114 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3770 mm |
