2009 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Marcos 1800

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Marcos 1800. 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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1965 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1965 Marcos 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A6 1965 Marcos 1800
Make Audi Marcos
Model A6 1800
Year Released 2009 1965
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3129 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 342 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.7 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 770 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 27 L