1989 ZIL 4104 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,690 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 ZIL 4104 (312 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1989 ZIL 4104 (607 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm). This means 1989 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 ZIL 4104 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | ZIL | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 4104 | C |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7690 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 607 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2760 mm |
