2006 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tatra T700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tatra T700 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Tatra T700. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Tatra T700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Tatra T700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Audi | Tatra |
| Model | A4 | T700 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
