1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1979 ZIL 4104 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1979 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1935 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 1979 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
Model | 512 BB | 4104 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7695 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3340 mm |