2005 Audi A6 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
