1952 Ford 12 M vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1952 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford 12 M.
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. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1952 Ford 12 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford 12 M | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ford | ZIL |
| Model | 12 M | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |
