2007 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1966 Vauxhall Victor 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 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A6 1966 Vauxhall Victor
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A6 Victor
Year Released 2007 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 76.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 48 L