2008 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
