2003 BMW 530 vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. 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, 1974 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 530 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
