2004 Audi A6 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. 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 (350 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
