2001 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911. 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 1966 Porsche 911. 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
