2005 BMW 760 vs. 1974 ZIL 117
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 31 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, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1974 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 ZIL 117 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 BMW 760.
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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1974 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 760 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 6957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3310 mm |
