2006 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,130 cc, 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (343 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 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 A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A6 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 900 cc |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
