2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1976 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1872 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Chevrolet | ZIL |
Model | Corvette | 117 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3310 mm |