2006 Audi A6 vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 1977 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 1977 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
