2006 BMW 530 vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
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 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 530 | 114 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3770 mm |
