2009 BMW 330 vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 28 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, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | BMW | ZIL |
| Model | 330 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7691 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
