2006 Audi A6 vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 38 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
