2008 Audi TT vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (250 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 440 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | TT | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
