2007 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |