2007 Audi A6 vs. 1964 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1964 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1964 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A6 | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
