2006 Audi A4 vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1955 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A4 | 312 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |