2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
| Model | E | 117 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3222 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
