1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1982 ZIL 4104 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2360 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 1982 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1959 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1959 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Talbot | ZIL |
| Model | Lago America | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3340 mm |
