2005 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A6 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
