1984 ZIL 4104 vs. 1972 AC 428
To start off, 1984 ZIL 4104 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1972 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1901 kg more than 1972 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 ZIL 4104. (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 ZIL 4104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 ZIL 4104 | 1972 AC 428 | |
| Make | ZIL | AC |
| Model | 4104 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2450 mm |
