1955 Buick 40 vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1978 ZIL 4104 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1955 Buick 40. 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Buick | ZIL |
Model | 40 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 3336 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3340 mm |