1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
Model | Toronado | A6 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7444 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 70 L |