1984 ZIL 4104 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1984 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1832 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 ZIL 4104 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | ZIL | Nissan |
| Model | 4104 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2550 mm |
