1979 Ferrari 312 vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, both 1979 Ferrari 312 and 1979 ZIL 4104 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1979 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1979 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2730 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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. 1979 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 312 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:
1979 Ferrari 312 | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
Model | 312 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |