1964 Buick Electra vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1982 ZIL 4104 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Buick Electra. (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1964 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1964 Buick Electra. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Buick | ZIL |
| Model | Electra | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3340 mm |
