1999 Audi R8 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP) has 561 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 968 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | R8 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
