1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Grande Parisienne | A6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4934 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2833 mm |