1975 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada 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 361 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Granada. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | S6 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2847 mm |
