2007 Bentley Azure vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 26 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1981 ZIL 4104.
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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 ZIL 4104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Azure | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Bentley | ZIL |
| Model | Azure | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3340 mm |
