2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1974 ZIL 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Buick | ZIL |
| Model | Lucerne | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
