2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi RS6 | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Audi | Marcos |
Model | RS6 | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |