1996 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 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 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
