1996 Audi S6 vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 621 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80. 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 1969 NSU Ro 80. 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Audi | NSU |
| Model | S6 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
