1962 BMW 700 vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1978 ZIL 4104 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2676 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | BMW | ZIL |
Model | 700 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 3336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3340 mm |