1999 AC Cobra vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2310 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | AC | ZIL |
| Model | Cobra | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3340 mm |
