1996 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Because 1996 Toyota Supra 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 Toyota Supra. 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 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Supra | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Audi |
| Model | Supra | A6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
