2007 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Century. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Toyota Century. 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 Toyota Century. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Century. (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Century. 1967 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1967 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A6 | Century |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
