2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1381 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti FX. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Infiniti | ZIL |
| Model | FX | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |
