2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1979 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2369 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 1979 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 1979 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Ford | ZIL |
Model | E-250 | 4104 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 3335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3340 mm |