1968 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 266 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.
Because 1968 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
