2009 BMW 550 vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 40 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, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 ZIL 114. (254 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1969 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1513 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 550 | 114 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7962 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3770 mm |
