2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1580 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZIL |
| Model | C | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
