1985 ZIL 4104 vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2001 BMW Z8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1985 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1750 kg more than 2001 BMW Z8.
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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z8. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z8. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 ZIL 4104 | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | ZIL | BMW |
| Model | 4104 | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7691 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
