1956 Wartburg 311 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 383 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Wartburg 311 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Audi |
| Model | 311 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2649 mm |
