2000 Audi A6 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 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 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A6 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
