1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor

To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 Zagato Raptor were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Zagato Raptor.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A4 1996 Zagato Raptor
Make Audi Zagato
Model A4 Raptor
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2771 cc 5707 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 193 HP 485 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 580 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 220 km/hour 330 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2660 mm


 

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