1996 Audi S6 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | S6 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3230 mm |