2008 Audi S8 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1966 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | S8 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
