1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Newport | A6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
