2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 27 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 ZIL 4104. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2258 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 ZIL 4104. (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 ZIL 4104. 1981 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Ford | ZIL |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 4104 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 7691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3340 mm |