1994 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 312 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2598 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |