1999 Lexus GS vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS.
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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Lexus | ZIL |
| Model | GS | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 7689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3340 mm |
