2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 1983 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1983 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1655 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Spyder | 1983 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Maserati | ZIL |
| Model | Spyder | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 7689 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3340 mm |
