1996 Audi S6 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
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 Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (225 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | S6 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3230 mm |