1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Caprice | A6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
