2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 1978 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Porsche | ZIL |
| Model | Boxster | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3340 mm |
