2001 Audi A8 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 6,005 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (414 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1956 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, 2001 Audi A8 (542 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A8 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 6005 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2390 mm |
