2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1974 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati GranSport. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati GranSport.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati GranSport | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
Make | Maserati | ZIL |
Model | GranSport | 117 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3310 mm |