1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1989 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1989 ZIL 4104 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 ZIL 4104 (312 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1989 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1989 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
| Model | 500 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 7690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3890 mm |
