2007 Audi A6 vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 501 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 70 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 1954 Buick 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1954 Buick 70 | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | 70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3230 mm |
