2008 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 429 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 | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 |