1974 Maserati Bora vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora 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 4 more horse power than 1974 Maserati Bora. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1974 Maserati Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1910 kg more than 1974 Maserati Bora. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Maserati Bora. (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Maserati Bora. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1974 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1974 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Maserati Bora | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Maserati | ZIL |
Model | Bora | 4104 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4718 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3340 mm |