1992 BMW 332 vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1982 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1895 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 332 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3340 mm |
