1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Thunderbird | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2833 mm |
