2007 BMW 130 vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 130 | 114 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3770 mm |
