2005 Audi A6 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
