2005 Audi A8 vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1951 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1951 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1951 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A8 | T600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
