2002 Noble M12 vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 23 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, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1979 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2285 kg more than 2002 Noble M12.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Noble M12. (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Noble M12. 1979 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2002 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2002 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Noble M12 | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Noble | ZIL |
| Model | M12 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3340 mm |
