2000 Audi A8 vs. 1966 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1966 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1966 Trabant P 601. 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 1966 Trabant P 601. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1966 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A8 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 24 L |
