2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster is newer by 24 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1709 kg more than 2005 Alpina Roadster. 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina Roadster. 1981 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Alpina Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina Roadster | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Alpina | ZIL |
| Model | Roadster | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3340 mm |
