2000 Audi A8 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A8 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
