1999 BMW M28i vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 20 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 61 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1635 kg more than 1999 BMW M28i. 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) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i. 1979 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW M28i has manual transmission. 1999 BMW M28i 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:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | M28i | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| 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 | 250 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3340 mm |
