1996 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Audi Super 90
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 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 62 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. 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 1968 Audi Super 90. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1968 Audi Super 90 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Super 90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
