1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 1800 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2912 mm |
