2008 BMW 320 vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 320 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1395 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
