2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1795 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 1982 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Nissan | ZIL |
| Model | 350Z | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |
