1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 265 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
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1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
Model | Toronado | A6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |