1970 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang. 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Mustang | A6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2912 mm |
