2007 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A6 | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
