1994 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1966 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 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 312 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 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 |