1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1970 ZIL 114
To start off, 1970 ZIL 114 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 ZIL 114 (254 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. 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, 1970 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1970 ZIL 114 | |
Make | Jaguar | ZIL |
Model | Mark IV | 114 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 3175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3770 mm |