1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2070 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228. 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 1981 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Maserati | ZIL |
| Model | 228 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3340 mm |
