2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1978 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,958 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 117.
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, 1978 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XJ | 1978 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Jaguar | ZIL |
Model | XJ | 117 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3310 mm |