2000 BMW 316 vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 15 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 206 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2025 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316. 1985 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 316 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:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 316 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |
