2005 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | El Camino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
