2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 22 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 15 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1855 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Alpina | ZIL |
Model | B3 | 4104 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |