2000 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |