1969 Buick GS vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | GS | A6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2911 mm |
