1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor

To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 and 1996 Zagato Raptor were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 Zagato Raptor.

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 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Zagato Raptor has manual transmission. 1996 Zagato Raptor 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.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi S6 1996 Zagato Raptor
Make Audi Zagato
Model S6 Raptor
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4170 cc 5707 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 335 HP 485 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 580 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 330 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1100 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2660 mm


 

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