2000 Audi A8 vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 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 308 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A8 | P 70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2390 mm |