2006 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 2006 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
