1996 Audi S6 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | S6 | 311 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
