2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1984 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | 456M | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
