2007 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | 17 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
