1995 BMW M5 vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5. 1978 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW M5 | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | BMW | ZIL |
Model | M5 | 4104 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3794 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 3336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |