1996 Audi S6 vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S6 | S800 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
