1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 75 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2912 mm |
