2008 Audi R8 vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 945 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 R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Trabant P 601. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi R8 | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | R8 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 24 L |