2007 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 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 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Peugeot 504 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 1970 Peugeot 504. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 504 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 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A6 | 504 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2110 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |