1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1980 ZIL 4104 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1985 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
Model | W 111 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |