2004 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 38 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 795 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1966 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
