2005 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
