2006 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Buick Invicta 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 1959 Buick Invicta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
