1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Ambassador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 AMC Ambassador. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Ambassador. (414 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | AMC | Audi |
| Model | Ambassador | A6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2912 mm |
