1996 Audi S6 vs. 1965 Steyr Haflinger

To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr Haflinger. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr Haflinger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1996 Audi S6 1965 Steyr Haflinger
Make Audi Steyr
Model S6 Haflinger
Year Released 1996 1965
Engine Size 4171 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 24 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 600 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 2840 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1360 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 1510 mm