1990 BMW 730 vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 1990 BMW 730 is newer by 20 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 73 more horse power than 1990 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1990 BMW 730. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 730 | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 730 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3770 mm |
