2006 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 1989 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1989 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Audi | Avanti |
| Model | A6 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3400 mm |
