1998 Audi S8 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1998 Audi S8 is newer by 33 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi S8 (335 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 1110 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 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | S8 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2030 mm |
