2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
Model | CLS | 117 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3310 mm |