1999 Audi S8 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP) has 198 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1965 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | S8 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
