2002 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1960 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
