2003 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1965 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, 2003 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 311 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |