2004 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1965 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A8 | 311 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |