1985 ZIL 4104 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 27 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1985 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1985 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1445 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.

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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.

Compare all specifications:

1985 ZIL 4104 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make ZIL Mercedes-Benz
Model 4104 CLS
Year Released 1985 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7691 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 311 HP 402 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 608 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 3335 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 5750 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2875 mm


 

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