1996 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A6 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
