1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1945 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. 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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 1979 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Porsche | ZIL |
| Model | 993 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3340 mm |
