1998 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
