1994 Audi A6 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. 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 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |