2008 Audi RS6 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,175 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | RS6 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
