1968 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100. 2002 Volkswagen W12 has automatic transmission and 1968 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1968 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | W12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
