2003 BMW 545 vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 32 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, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 117. (297 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 545 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 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 | 328 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
