2009 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 49 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |