1996 Audi A6 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen 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 74 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | A6 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
