1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Audi S6
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2009 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 110 | S6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
