2006 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
