2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP) has 395 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1964 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | RS6 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |
