1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Falcon | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2842 mm |
