2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1984 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1984 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1984 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1995 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 1984 ZIL 4104 (609 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1984 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari 612. 1984 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1984 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ferrari | ZIL |
| Model | 612 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3340 mm |
