2005 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Ford GT 70
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1971 Ford GT 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | GT 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
