2003 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | S800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
