2001 Audi A8 vs. 1982 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 ZIL 4104. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1982 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Audi | ZIL |
| Model | A8 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3340 mm |
