1999 Audi S8 vs. 1973 ZIL 117
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 117. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 117 weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 ZIL 117. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1973 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Audi | ZIL |
| Model | S8 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2952 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
