2004 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A6 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
