2001 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A6 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |