1980 ZIL 4104 vs. 2008 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Panoz Esperante is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1980 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1848 kg more than 2008 Panoz Esperante.
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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Panoz Esperante. (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Panoz Esperante. 1980 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2008 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2008 Panoz Esperante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 ZIL 4104 | 2008 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | ZIL | Panoz |
Model | 4104 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7695 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2700 mm |