2008 Audi A8 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (230 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 866 kg more than 1958 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A8 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
