1975 Audi Coupe vs. 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi Coupe. (176 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi Coupe | 1976 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
