1998 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 311 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2598 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |