2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 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 17 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1720 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Jaguar | ZIL |
Model | XJ | 4104 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3340 mm |