2008 BMW 760 vs. 1972 ZIL 117
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 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 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1972 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 117 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2008 BMW 760.
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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZIL 117. (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZIL 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1972 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 760 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
