2008 Audi A8 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1965 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 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1965 Wartburg 312 has manual transmission. 1965 Wartburg 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A8 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
