2007 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon 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 1976 Ford Falcon. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
