2003 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Peugeot 504

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 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 175 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 504. 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 1975 Peugeot 504. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.

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2003 Audi A6 1975 Peugeot 504
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A6 504
Year Released 2003 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 7.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1274 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L