1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1985 ZIL 4104 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2979 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 ZIL 4104 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 ZIL 4104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Berkeley | ZIL |
Model | Foursome | 4104 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 7691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3340 mm |