1979 ZIL 4104 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1979 ZIL 4104.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 ZIL 4104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 ZIL 4104 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | ZIL | Ford |
| Model | 4104 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 4379 mm |
