1996 Audi S6 vs. 1971 Honda Z
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1971 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1971 Honda Z. 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 1971 Honda Z. 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 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1971 Honda Z | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S6 | Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
