2007 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1500 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1500. (85 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1500. 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 1966 Marcos 1500. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1500. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A6 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
