2007 BMW 328 vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1980 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 328 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
