1996 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S6 | F-450 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 142 L |