2008 Audi A4 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A4 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
