1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1978 ZIL 4104 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Bizzarrini GT 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 203 more horse power than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2656 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. 1978 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1970 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1970 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | ZIL |
| Model | GT | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3340 mm |
