2009 Lexus GS vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (292 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1471 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus GS | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
Make | Lexus | ZIL |
Model | GS | 4104 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 7695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 3336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3340 mm |