2008 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 43 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Audi | Trabant |
| Model | A8 | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 24 L |
