1992 BMW 332 vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 7,962 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 ZIL 114. (254 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1969 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1775 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
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, 1969 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 332 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 7962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3770 mm |
