2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1967 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
| Model | SLK | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3340 mm |
