1981 ZIL 4104 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1981 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1981 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 ZIL 4104. 1981 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 ZIL 4104 | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | ZIL | Cadillac |
| Model | 4104 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2880 mm |
