1971 Opel GT vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT 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 346 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel GT. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT. 2011 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1971 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | GT | S6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
