1978 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1846 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 1978 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 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:
1978 ZIL 4104 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | ZIL | BMW |
Model | 4104 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7695 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3336 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2497 mm |