1958 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1981 ZIL 4104 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1958 Cadillac Eldorado. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
| Model | Eldorado | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3340 mm |
