1996 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Porsche 356. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1963 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 1963 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Porsche 356. (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
