1955 Wartburg 311 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP) has 476 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 311 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Audi |
| Model | 311 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 525 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
