1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Cadillac | ZIL |
| Model | 62 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3340 mm |
