1970 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | 100 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2847 mm |
