2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1977 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
| Model | XLR | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
