2009 BMW 650 vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1975 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 650. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
Make | BMW | ZIL |
Model | 650 | 117 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 571 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |