2009 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Audi | Wartburg |
Model | A6 | 311 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |