2004 BMW 318 vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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, 1972 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 1972 ZIL 117 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 ZIL 117 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 318 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| 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 | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 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 |
