1992 BMW 525 vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1992 BMW 525 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. 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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 525 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
