2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1985 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8. 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, 1985 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 1985 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Jaguar | ZIL |
Model | XK8 | 4104 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 7691 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 | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3340 mm |