1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1973 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1973 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Impala | A6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2913 mm |
