2003 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1995 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | A6 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
