2003 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
