1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (441 Nm). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | GT 40 | A6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2912 mm |