1993 BMW 856 vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 117. (297 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 856. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 856.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
Make | BMW | ZIL |
Model | 856 | 117 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |