2003 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair 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 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 1966 Ford Corsair. 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 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
