1996 Audi S6 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. 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 Oldsmobile 442. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S6 | 442 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
