2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 125 L |
