1998 Audi A8 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1998 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 318 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A8 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
