2008 BMW 545 vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 36 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, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2008 BMW 545.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545. 1972 ZIL 117 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 545 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:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 545 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
