2007 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 20 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
