2006 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A6 | 505 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
