2006 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Toyota Corona 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 1960 Toyota Corona. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |