2002 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A6 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
