1998 Audi S8 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 313 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | S8 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
