1996 Audi A6 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
