2001 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1963 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, 2001 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1963 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1963 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A8 | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |