2008 BMW 523 vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 28 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 136 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1845 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 1980 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 523 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:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 523 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 108.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3340 mm |
