2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Chrysler | ZIL |
| Model | 300 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3310 mm |
