2000 Audi A8 vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 22 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 ZIL 4104. (311 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 ZIL 4104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1521 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Audi | ZIL |
| Model | A8 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3340 mm |
