1977 ZIL 117 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1605 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3. 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, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 ZIL 117 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | ZIL | BMW |
| Model | 117 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6959 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2950 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
