1977 BMW 528 vs. 1976 ZIL 117
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1534 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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, 1976 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1976 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 528 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3310 mm |
