2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 Ascari A10.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 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 2012 Ascari A10. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2012 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Audi | Ascari |
Model | A6 | A10 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2636 mm |