2000 Audi A8 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1955 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A8 | 311 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2460 mm |