2007 Audi S6 vs. 1969 Buick GS

To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Audi S6.

Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S6. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi S6 1969 Buick GS
Make Audi Buick
Model S6 GS
Year Released 2007 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 7468 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 226 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 233 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 75 L