1978 ZIL 4104 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 34 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 55 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1461 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 ZIL 4104 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | ZIL | BMW |
| Model | 4104 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3336 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2810 mm |
