2000 Audi A8 vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 45 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 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A8 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2390 mm |
