2002 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 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, 2002 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A8 | 311 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |