1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 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 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Audi |
| Model | Lancia 037 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
