1954 Ferrari 375 America vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1982 ZIL 4104 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2180 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America. 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. 1982 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 375 America has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 375 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 375 America | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | 375 America | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3340 mm |
