2005 BMW 748 vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,689 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 1983 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
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, 1983 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | BMW | ZIL |
Model | 748 | 4104 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3340 mm |