2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1448 kg more than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Chrysler | ZIL |
| Model | 300 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3340 mm |
