2007 Audi S8 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | S8 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 24 L |