2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1986 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 1973 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Ford | ZIL |
| Model | E-250 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3310 mm |
