2003 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 537 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
