2008 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 125 L |
