1989 Audi V8 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi V8 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | V8 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 24 L |