1976 BMW 628 vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1978 ZIL 4104 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 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 126 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 628 | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | BMW | ZIL |
Model | 628 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3340 mm |