1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
Make | Wartburg | Audi |
Model | 312 | A6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 252 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |