2001 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 38 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 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 (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 311 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |