1968 AMC AMX vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1979 ZIL 4104 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1979 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1958 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | AMC | ZIL |
Model | AMX | 4104 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3340 mm |