1991 BMW 318 vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1991 BMW 318 is newer by 7 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1991 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2095 kg more than 1991 BMW 318. 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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW 318 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:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 318 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3340 mm |
