2009 BMW 550 vs. 1977 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1220 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, 1977 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1977 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 550 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 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 | 1730 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
