1975 BMW 316 vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 1975 BMW 316 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2105 kg more than 1975 BMW 316. 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, 1970 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 316 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3770 mm |
