1978 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 721 kg more than 2010 BMW X6.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 ZIL 4104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 4104 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | ZIL | BMW |
| Model | 4104 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3336 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2934 mm |
