2006 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 237 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Record |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
