2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1981 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Bentley Arnage.
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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 ZIL 4104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Bentley | ZIL |
| Model | Arnage | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 3340 mm |
