2004 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 312 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |