2006 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
