1961 BMW 501 vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1983 ZIL 4104 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 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) has 211 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1990 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 501 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3340 mm |
