2007 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 685 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
Model | A6 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |