2008 Audi A8 vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1957 Wartburg 312. 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A8 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
