2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RS6 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3230 mm |
