2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 7,962 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1815 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 1969 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | Z4 | 114 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 7962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3770 mm |
