2007 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 135 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 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
