2002 Audi R8 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP) has 561 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 968 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | R8 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
