2007 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. 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 1968 Trabant P 601. 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Audi | Trabant |
Model | A6 | P 601 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 24 L |