1973 ZIL 114 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 ZIL 114. (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 ZIL 114.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 ZIL 114 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | ZIL | Alpina |
| Model | 114 | B7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3180 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3770 mm | 3211 mm |
