2001 Audi A6 vs. 1962 BMW 700
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1962 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 700 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
