1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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 Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Ranchero | A4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
