2001 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |