1956 Chrysler C vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1981 ZIL 4104 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1981 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chrysler | ZIL |
| Model | C | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3340 mm |
