2007 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Peugeot 504

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 Peugeot 504. 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 1976 Peugeot 504. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 504. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1976 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1976 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 1976 Peugeot 504
Make Audi Peugeot
Model A6 504
Year Released 2007 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 1970 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2910 mm