2005 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A6 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3800 mm |
