1999 BMW 740 vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 28 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, 1971 ZIL 117 (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1999 BMW 740. 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, 1971 ZIL 117 (570 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 740 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
