2002 BMW 320 vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 2002 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1485 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. 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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 320 | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 320 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
