2008 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (225 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3230 mm |
