1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2035 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1983 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
| Model | 220 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
