1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 18 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1979 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2015 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Shamal. 1979 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1997 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1997 Maserati Shamal 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:
1997 Maserati Shamal | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Maserati | ZIL |
Model | Shamal | 4104 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3340 mm |