2009 BMW 635 vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 31 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635.
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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 635. (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 635.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 635 | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | BMW | ZIL |
Model | 635 | 4104 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3340 mm |