1996 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2012 Audi A6

To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 530 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro.

Because 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 2012 Audi A6
Make Lotec Audi
Model Testa de Oro A6
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 2000 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 741 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1670 kg