2005 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Marcos 1800
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1966 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A6 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 27 L |
