2001 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Serie II |
Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |