1994 BMW M5 vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 22 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, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1389 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | M5 | 114 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3793 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3770 mm |
