1998 Audi S8 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 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 286 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1964 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | S8 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
