1983 Ferrari 126 vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, both 1983 Ferrari 126 and 1983 ZIL 4104 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1983 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1983 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2755 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 126.
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. 1983 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 126 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 126 | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | 126 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 594 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3340 mm |
