2008 BMW 745 vs. 1971 ZIL 114
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1971 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2008 BMW 745.
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, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 ZIL 114. (581 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 ZIL 114.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 1971 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 745 | 114 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3770 mm |
