2005 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Because 1970 Ford Mustang 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 1970 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (330 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

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2005 Audi A6 1970 Ford Mustang
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Mustang
Year Released 2005 1970
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 7014 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 637 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1584 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2750 mm