1966 Wartburg 312 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 43 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Wartburg 312 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Audi |
| Model | 312 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2833 mm |
