1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
Model | 600 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3340 mm |