1968 Renault 6 vs. 2012 Audi S5

To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Renault 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 6 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Renault 6 2012 Audi S5
Make Renault Audi
Model 6 S5
Year Released 1968 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 843 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 34 HP 354 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 64 L