2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 117. (297 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1348 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Dodge | ZIL |
| Model | Viper | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1602 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3310 mm |
