1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Zephyr | A6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
