1996 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Wartburg 311. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1956 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1956 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 311 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 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 |